One day they were the ones who held our hands at appointments, calmed our fears and took care of everything for us. Today, the roles are reversed and it’s our
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Did you know that there are around 800,000 people with COPD in Portugal and that 7 out of 10 don’t even know they have the disease ? It’s just that
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Did you know that more than 200,000 people suffer from dementia in Portugal? To talk about dementia is to talk about a difficult journey, both for those who live with
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When Stephen Hawking was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), he was told he would only have a few years to live. He lived more than 50. ALS, as it
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The doctor explained everything to her calmly, but even so, a feeling of uncertainty remained in the air… Is this really it? Is there another option? If you’ve ever felt
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It’s known as the “sunshine vitamin” and it’s no coincidence. A simple walk outdoors, with your skin exposed to the sun, is enough for your body to start producing it.
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As the years go by, the body slows down, but the desire to live well remains – and that’s where the right activities come in. Filling the day with pleasant
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